Dignity by Design – Launching the Latest Publication from the Design with People in Mind Series

Synopsis

This conference presentation will launch the latest publication from the Design with People in Mind series, Dignity by Design. The presentation will bring to life some of the key aspects of the new publication. We will explore the conceptual proposition that dignity is a mental health issue that is rarely considered in the design process which compromises attempts at social justice. Following this the paper will then move on to explore aspects of dignity through real life examples of spaces relevant to an individuals mental health, from clinical settings such as CAMHS services through to social infrastructure such as foodbanks. The paper will conclude with practical suggestions for how we can bring dignity and justice into the design process and will present a set of dignity by design principles.